Ann and Steven Engaged. San Francisco

We were lucky enough to have met Ann earlier this year at Vera and JJ's beautiful Casa Real wedding. In a couple weeks it will be Ann and Steve's turn to tie the knot. Can't wait!

Just over a week ago we met for their engagement session at Fort Point, Crissy Field, and finished up at Sutro Baths. As you can see, San Francisco's foggy reputation is not always deserved. The weather wasn't as mild as it appeared but Ann and Steve did a great job of making it look warm. They were game for anything which made for a very smooth shoot. We even had time for a coffee and hot chocolate break at the famous Warming Hut.

Vera and JJ's Wedding. Pleasanton

Ceremony and Reception at Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery in Pleasanton.

We are finally here - Valentine's, Chinese (aka Lunar) New Year, Vera and JJ's wedding day. In 2010, they are one and the same! As we arrived that afternoon, Giao was ready to apply Vera's finishing touches (oooooo, airbrush!). Ladies gathered in one room and the boys, another. We split the team and photographed everyone as they finished preparing.

The vines at Casa Real were not budding yet but the mustard bloom was out in force due to the early rains and sudden warm spell. It really was beautiful as we made our way through the rows of yellow flowers, green stems, and knotty grapevines. Inside, large arrangements adorned the entry hall and Amber Room. Check out the huge display of Hydrangea's! Yowza, Nona and her crew must have spent some time on this. Casa Real was looking spectacular as always.


Floral Arrangements: Floral Design Studio
Hair & Makeup: Giao Nguyen
Cake: Cake Delight
Entertainment & Music: Beno Hwang
Lighting: Fantasy Sound Event Services

Vera and JJ Engaged. Monterey

Here's another great couple we met earlier in the year at the Santa Clara Bridal Faire. It just so happens that Vera and JJ are also getting married at Casa Real. What a coincidence!

Over dinner we talked about engagement session ideas and the Monterey Bay Aquarium popped up. Sounded like fun, and besides we wanted to know more about the Secret Lives of Seahorses - don't you? The place was packed on Sunday but by 6pm the crowds had diminished. We even had some time to wander down Cannery Row. It was a pretty cool afternoon!